The Music is Black
The BBC in collaboration with the V&A East Museum, is celebrating Black British Music and the people who made it.
When Bob Marley Came to Britain
How Bob Marley influenced politics and culture in the UK in the turbulent 1970s.
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The Rap Game UK
Rap legends DJ Target, Krept and Konan hunt for the next big MC to take over the scene.
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When Motown Came to Britain
How a group of dedicated music fans paved the way for the first Motown tour of Britain.
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Labi Siffre: This Is My Song—imagine..., 2022
Alan Yentob presents a film exploring the life and work of Labi Siffre.
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The Music Is Black Mixtape
Video mixtape celebrating 100 years of UK Black Music featuring over 200 artists.
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Black Music Wales
Newport rapper L E M F R E C K explores the often-overlooked history of Welsh black music.
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Rudies Come Back: The Rise and Rise of 2 Tone—Arena
Adrian Thrills investigates 2 Tone and its unique blend of ska, reggae, new wave and punk.
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2 Tone: The Sound of Coventry
The story of 2 Tone, which exploded from Coventry in 1979 with a musical message of unity.
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Getting it Back: The Story of Cymande
The incredible story of a band you may never have heard but has influenced generations.
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The Specials—Rock Goes to College
The Specials perform at the Colchester Institute in 1979, playing hits such as Gangsters.
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AJ Tracey (2021)—Radio 1 at Reading and Leeds Festival, 2021
The British rap-heavyweight delivers a slam dunk performance in this 2021 set.
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Tinie Tempah—Tracks Of My Years
Rapper, entrepreneur & presenter Tinie Tempah chooses ten songs that soundtrack his life
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The Music Is Black: Live Lounge Special—Radio 1 Live Lounge
Celebrating the power, influence and evolution of Black British music.
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The Specials Live in Session for 6 Music
The Specials live in session for Steve Lamacq on BBC Radio 6 Music.
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8 Bar: The Evolution of Grime—Storyville
A Storyville documentary looking at the history and impact of grime.
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Craig David—Radio 2 In Concert
Craig David performs in the BBC Radio Theatre for a very special BBC Radio 2 In Concert.
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With Stormzy—Radio 1 Live Lounge, Series 3
Featuring Stormzy, Haim and Lewis Capaldi.
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Cleo Laine at the BBC
A special celebration of Britain's First Lady of Jazz's finest moments on the BBC.
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Ella Eyre—Radio 2's Piano Room, Piano Room Month 2026
Pop soul songstress Ella Eyre joins the BBC Concert Orchestra in the Radio 2 Piano Room.
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Celeste—Radio 2's Piano Room, Piano Room Month 2025
Celeste warms the heart of the BBC Radio 2 Piano Room alongside the BBC Concert Orchestra
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Bob Marley Reimagined
Trevor Nelson presents an orchestral reimagining of Bob Marley’s greatest hits.
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Hot Chocolate at the BBC
Compilation of Hot Chocolate's BBC performances and rare interview extracts.
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Alison Limerick—Radio 2's Piano Room, Piano Room Month 2026
Dance music icon Alison Limerick joins BBC Concert Orchestra in the Radio 2 Piano Room.
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Volume 2—Black British Music at the BBC
DJ Spoony has a playlist that brings together some of the most inspiring names in music.
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